Haridwar’s Ganga Water Found Unsafe For Drinking, Says Pollution Board

The Uttarakhand Pollution Control Board has classified Ganga water in Haridwar as ‘B’ category, making it unsafe for drinking but suitable for bathing. The water quality is based on parameters like pH, dissolved oxygen, and bacteria. Local priest Ujwal Pandit raised concerns about pollution from human waste. Pollution in Indian rivers, including the Yamuna, continues to be a significant issue.